Lawyer

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Position Summary: A professional who will lead the implementation and promotion of the Ethics and Compliance System, provide legal advisory services, and participate in corporate management systems. Key Responsibilities: 1. Lead ethics and compliance in local and international operations. 2. Provide legal advisory services and manage corporate governance. 3. Actively participate in corporate management systems. **Company Description** Egis is an international consulting, engineering, and operations group committed to sustainably transforming mobility and urban development. We design and manage infrastructure that addresses climate change challenges and contributes to a more balanced, resilient, and environmentally responsible territory. With a presence in over 120 countries and a team of 19,500 professionals, we place our multidisciplinary expertise at the service of our clients, driving innovative and accessible solutions that deliver real impact on every project. **Job Description** Ethics and Compliance: * Lead the implementation and promotion of the Ethics and Compliance System, ensuring adherence to the Code of Ethics, Code of Integrity, and internal policies across all local operations. * Design and implement ethics and compliance training, communication, and awareness programs using innovative tools and corporate and local channels. * Serve as the local focal point for Ethics and Compliance matters, addressing inquiries and coordinating with the corporate team on topics such as due diligence, conflicts of interest, gifts and invitations, and international sanctions. * Coordinate compliance due diligence processes for third parties and support integration of acquired companies (compliance due diligence). * Actively participate in compliance risk management, in coordination with Internal Audit, Risk Management, and Internal Control. * Contribute to the continuous updating and improvement of policies, procedures, and controls, aligned with international standards. * Manage and investigate compliance reports and incidents, ensuring confidentiality, due process, and follow-up on corrective actions. * Prepare and present compliance program reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management and governance bodies. Implement and oversee compliance with personal data protection programs and management of the reporting channel (ethics hotline). Legal: * Provide legal advisory services to local operations, assessing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. * Manage corporate governance, corporate acts, and document control for legal entities. * Support the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts and other legal documents. * Advise operational areas on recurring legal matters, including monitoring regulatory changes and providing legal support during tenders when required. Management Systems: * Actively participate in corporate management systems (quality, environment, occupational health and safety, information security, and ethics), promoting policy compliance and continuous improvement. **Qualifications** Professional Experience: * Minimum 5 years of experience as in-house counsel in an international setting, with at least 4 years in regulatory compliance, ethics, anti-corruption, or corporate governance roles. * Desired experience in infrastructure, engineering, construction, or project sectors, as well as in implementing compliance programs and conducting internal investigations. * Experience as a legal/compliance business partner supporting business decision-making will be valued. * Multicultural experience and coordination with regional teams is desirable. Technical Knowledge: * Solid knowledge of corporate law, regulatory compliance, personal data protection (LFPDPPP and GDPR), anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, international sanctions, and ESG. * Experience with ISO 37001 and/or ISO 37301 and comprehensive legal and compliance risk assessment is desirable. Tools: * Proficiency in Microsoft 365\. * Experience with compliance platforms, e\-learning, document management, data analytics, and legal tech is desirable. Languages: * English: advanced level (mandatory) **Additional Information** Technical Knowledge * Ability to draft and interpret legal and compliance documents in Spanish or English. * Ability to analyze, understand, synthesize, and propose solutions to complex structures and problems, applying critical thinking and a risk-based approach.